Removing Movement from Thule Apex Swing Bike Rack # TH9027XT

Updated 05/05/2020 | Published 04/21/2020

Question:

I have a 2014 Toyotal 4 Runner. I bought the Thule Apex 4 swing hithc rack. I also use the hitch locking pin thinkng that it would keep the rack snug in the hitch. However, there is some play and on trips, I can see th bikes and hitch boucing around with every bump and turn. Almost a little too muc for my liking. Is this normal, and I just need to realize this or is there a way to make this fit more snug to keep the htich from all this movement during road trips. Thanks in advance for any info

asked by: Jason C

Expert Reply:

Swing away bike racks like the Apex Swing # TH9027XT have more moving parts than other bike racks so it's a little more challenging to get all of the movement out of them. What we recommend doing is moving the rack around with one hand while you tighten the anti-rattle device and that will get all of the movement out of it if possible.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Jenny C.

5/2/2020

Looking for bike rack that holds 2 bikes and can be attached to my honda crv 2014 with hitch

Chris R.

5/5/2020

We have quite a few 2-bike racks that would work really well on your Honda CR-V. Can you tell me what size hitch you have on the vehicle (2" or 1-1/4" receiver)?